erotelle
Erotelle is a genus of sea snails, specifically marine gastropod mollusks, belonging to the family Muricidae. These snails are commonly known as murex snails. The genus Erotelle is characterized by its ovate to fusiform shells, which often exhibit prominent axial ribs and sometimes spiral sculptures. The aperture is typically elongated and may possess a short anal sinus. The outer lip of the aperture is often thickened and may bear teeth. The columella is usually smooth.
Species within the Erotelle genus are found in various marine environments, primarily in tropical and subtropical